Rhodes Impressive Ancient Walls
The Greek island of Rhodes enchants all its visitors with its rich cultural history. Anyone who has visited the island’s impressive medieval town is transported to an era where brave knights walked the streets.
The Greek island of Rhodes enchants all its visitors with its rich cultural history. Anyone who has visited the island’s impressive medieval town is transported to an era where brave knights walked the streets.
Anyone who has holidayed in Limassol will tell you the city is one of the most culturally rich destinations you will ever visit. Limassol is known as the cultural hub of Cyprus as it overflows with historic and cultural landmarks dating back to antiquity.
Limassol is famed for being the cultural hub of Cyprus as its artistic and cultural aspect goes beyond its fascinating museums, ancient archaeological sites and ruins.
As most of the Greek Island, Rhodes fell under the Ottoman Empire rule in 1522. In honour of the Sultan, SĂĽleyman I, who conquered the island, the Ottoman Turks built a pink and white mosque with a marvellous minaret on top again in 1522.
The enchanting Church of Saint Jason and Sosipater is nestled between Mon Repos and Garitsa in Corfu Town, hidden amongst towering houses. The Church of Saint Jason and Sosipater is worth a visit simply to view its outstanding architectural style.
This is one for the nature and plant lovers out there! As it is well known, Crete is one of the most fertile lands in the world, attracting thousands of holidaymakers simply for its scenic and rich landscapes and stunning coastline.
The Knights of Saint John were initially formed in the 11th century. The knights first began as a religious order, looking after the wounded and sick crusaders. The knights came to Rhodes in 1309, where they stayed for 200 whole years. During their reign in Rhodes, the Ottoman Empire attempted to conquer the island numerous times. In an attempt to stop the Ottoman Empire from capturing the island, the Knights of Saint John formed a military order as well.